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The cutters are available for all our members to use, without any additional required training (Level 1) .
'''The Vinyl Cutting Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''<br>
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.
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[[File:Vinyl cutter.jpg|alt=Vinyl Cutter Area|thumb|300x300px|'''Vinyl Cutting Area'''<br><br>]]
==PPM Training==
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:- '''If you receive a no Media Error, ''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting.
==Classes and Training==
:- '''Weeding''' is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork.
===Area Captain -- Volunteers needed===
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File :Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|alt=Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions .pdf| '''Vinyl Cutter<br>Overview and Instructions .pdf '''
: To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on Slack.
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: View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]'''
===Classes===
:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not engrave or cut these on any of our laser engravers: '''
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
===Training===
:* '''Do not engrave or cut ''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3".
'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting.
:* '''Do not engrave or cut''' Con -Tact brand paper , '''[https://con-tactbrand .com/pages/common-questions Common Questions]'''
'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.'''
==Classes ==
:(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper)
===Tips===
:'''To turn on the lights on the vinyl cutter cart,''' use the remote and point at the receiver near the power strip.
===For Additional Help===
To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
:Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
==Equipment Lists==
==Equipment Lists==
==='''Cutting plotter and craft cutter''' ===
===24" Graphtec cutter===
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|'''24" Cutting Plotter'''<br>
|'''24" Cutting'''
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''' Plotter'''<br>
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|Graphtec
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|CE5000‑60
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===Vinyl Cutting Computer===
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|[[File:Vinyl Cutting Workstation.jpg|alt=Vinyl Cutting Workstation|center|frameless|160x160px|Vinyl Cutting Workstation]]
|'''PC'''
|HP
|h8-1117c
|<p style="text-align:right;">$250</p>
|Windows 10 Pro,
CorelDraw X6,
Cutting Master3,
Adobe Illustrator
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|'''monitor'''
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|Dell
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|V226HQL
|Silhouette
|<p style="text-align:right;">$100</p>
|Cameo 2
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|'''wired mouse'''
'''and keyboard'''
|Amazon
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|amazon basics
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The vinyl cutting PC is not a design workstation. Please limit the use of the station to printing/cutting only.
===34" VEVOR cutter===
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|VEVOR
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===Hand Tools===
== Benefits ==
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
===[[Donations Received]]===
===[[Wish List#Vinyl Cutting|Wish List]]===
==Benefits and Policies==
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===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]===
==Policies ==
===Materials===
'''Materials '''
:'''Cost'''
:To donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" use the Optix app .
:Vinyl $0.25/foot
:R Tape $0.25/foot
:TOTAL $0.50/foot
:'''Donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" via PayPal: [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
:'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''
:Help Us Keep Stocked Up!
:'''Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.'''
::(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper
=== [https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/New_Member_Orientation#Red_Tags_and_Reporting_Issues Red Tags and Reporting Issues] ===
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==Software==
:'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on any of our laser engravers:'''
===[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips|CorelDRAW X6]]===
::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film
===[[Cutting Master 3 Tips|Cutting Master 3]]===
::*'''Do not engrave or cut''' Con-Tact brand paper, ''' [https://con-tactbrand.com/pages/common-questions Common Questions ]'''
== Member Showcase ==
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File:TECHWEARS vinyl sign.jpg|alt=TECHWEARS vinyl sign|<center>TECHWEARS<br>vinyl sign</center>
File:Round PCB PPM clock.jpg|alt=Round PCB PPM clock|<center>Round PCB<br>PPM clock</center>
File:Vinyl sign.jpg|alt=Vinyl sign|<center>Vinyl sign<br>in 3D Printing Area</center>
File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|<center>Outdoor window sign<br>for our Makerspace</center>
File:Vinyl costs.jpg|alt=Vinyl costs|<center>Vinyl Cutting<br>Material Costs</center>
File:Vinyl sign MAC original.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>original parking lot sign, (MAC)</center>
File:Vinyl sign Challenge.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
File:IMG 4820.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
File:Vinyl sign Art is.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
File:Vinyl sign Picasso.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
File:Vinyl sign Einstein.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
File:Dewey.jpg|alt=Dewey|<center>Dewey<br>(by Nicolas Ordahl)</center>
File:Rockclimber.jpg|alt=Rockclimber|<center>Rockclimber<br>(by Nick Tait)</center>
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==See Also==
==Additional Help ==
:'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/Rotary_Cutter Rotary Cutter]'''
Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
:A 59" Rotary Cutter is available to trim large paper projects (but not fabric.)
==Curated Links==
===[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-video-ce6000-english CE6000 Series Video Training]===
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community .
== Other Fun Stuff ==
:'''[https://www.instructables.com/howto/vinyl+cutter/ instructables] -- Vinyl cutting ideas'''
:'''[https://learn.cricut.com/ Cricut] craft cutter -- "Learn from the pros."'''
:'''[https://www.silhouette101.com/ Silhouette] craft cutter -- Get Started/Tutorials/Videos'''
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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) provides a Graphtec vinyl cutter and a Silhouette craft cutter for its members.
PPM TRAINING REQUIRED The cutters are available for all our members to use, without any additional required training (Level 1).
Contact Us
PPM Training - If you receive a no Media Error, and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting. - Weeding is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork. - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not engrave or cut these on any of our laser engravers: Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil FilmClasses To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on our Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
Equipment Lists Cutting plotter and craft cutter
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Item
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Model
Resources
24" Cutting
Plotter
Graphtec
CE5000‑60
craft cutter Silhouette
Cameo 2
Benefits PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants: (bring proof of PPM membership) Policies Materials
To donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" use the Optix app. - Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on any of our laser engravers: Do not engrave or cut Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil FilmRed Tags
If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tag-issues
This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment. Additional Help Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
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